Are you Ready to Buy a Home? - YouTube
Is your motive to buy a home in the right place? Just some food for thought.
The Home Buying Process
There are a lot of moving parts to the Home Buying Process. It's a process that involves layers over major key steps with each own stepping stone. Here is an overview of them all.
Communication and Commitment
Finding and buying the right home is a highly personalized process. I will apply my knowledge and expertise to support you through every step of the way.
Homefinding Services
My job description and commitment to you.
Buying a home? I am an ABR®! - YouTube
What level of service will I receive with an Accredited Buyer Representative?
What Can Your Buyer's Agent Do for You
Why it's important to work with Myra to receive the highest level of service available. You are making a huge decision to buy a home, so why not have the best on your side?
The Cost of Buying a Home
There is the purchase price of the home and then there's a cost to pay for the purchase. Some are out of pocket and some are made at the closing table. What are they?
Advantages of Buying a Home - YouTube
What are the benefits of owning a home? Find out.
5 Steps to a Mortgage (Home Loan)
These five steps will greatly improve your results in getting a good mortgage. I will provide more detailed information on each step in the process and answer any questions you may have.
Finding a Mortgage Specialist / Lender
If you need to obtain a home loan (mortgage) to complete the purchase, I will assist you in the process. I can put you in touch with experienced home mortgage consultants.
Mortgage Information
What are the types of Mortgage Providers and is a Rehab Loan for me?
Lender Worksheet - What Questions to Ask
Various financing options may be available to you. Find the best option by asking these important questions to your Mortgage Specialist.
Loan Application Checklist
Now is the time to purchase your dream home, and start investing in your future. Use this checklist to help you keep track of the documents you will need throughout the mortgage process.
Mortgage Do's & Don'ts
This is CRITICAL to keep your loan on track. If you have any question about what to do and what not to do - just reach out to myself or your mortgage specialist.
Your Home Search - Where to Start
The first place most people start looking is online. But how do you know what to look for? And is that the only place to find homes available?
Touring Homes
Touring homes... are there rules? What about new construction options? I can help you with those as well.
Your Home Search - What to Consider
Finding a home is very much a process of elimination. There are many things to consider such as the area neighborhoods, schools, commute time and lifestyle.
Homefinding Worksheet
Worksheet to help you sort out the details of each home we tour! I will also provide printouts of each property to give you at each visit so you can mark them up as well. Good photos and videos help.
Contract Terminology
Contracts are not always fun to read. However, here are some basic terminology explanations to help you navigate through the forms.
Offer & Negotiations
After finding a home, what's next? Submitting a winning offer is a challenge and I'm here to help you do it.
Multiple Offers, Negotiations & Love Letters
Here's detailed information on dealing with today's Seller's Market and giving a winning offer.
Under Contract! What's Next...
Offer accepted! It's officially time to start packing. The timeline starts and dates are important. This form will help you keep your dates in line.
Inspection Period
What does a home inspection include? Here's your simplified guide.
Inspections and Repairs
More info on what to know and what repairs are okay to ask for and what is not okay.
Lead Based Paint Online
Mostly applies to home built prior to 1978.
What about Flood Zones?
Flood zones are all over coastal Virginia. I have access of what zone your home is located in and whether flood insurance is required or not.
JLUS/AICUZ Planning Map Online
What locations have certain noise levels and potential crash zones.
EPA - Mold & Moisture Online
What to know about if there is mold in your home.
Financing Period
Several steps are involved... getting an appraisal, obtaining insurance and possibly a survey. You will work closely with your lender to perform each task.
Ways to Protect Your Home
Ways to protect your new home include reading disclosures, professional inspections, getting a home warranty or service plan, a preliminary title report and a walk-through inspection.
Buyer's Guarantee
If within 90 days of moving in, you don’t love your new home, we will get your home sold and completely waive our listing commission.
The Closing Process
Step-by-step from executed contract (ratification) to the closing day and beyond.
Closings FAQ's
Here are more info that can help you prepare for closing! You can never be overly prepared.
Closing Costs Defined
What are closing costs and what do they cover?
Don't Be a Victim of Wire Fraud
This is important to read.
Q & A 's on Homebuying
Most asked questions and answers for your review.
Why Hire Myra?
My Motto: Great things happen because I listen to my clients. Personal honesty and integrity are the foundation of my success. My name and reputation are the most valuable things I own.
Our Company and Standards of Excellence
Berkshire Hathaway: #6 in Fortune Magazine's most admired companies. Towne Bank: #9 in Forbes Magazine for best banks.
What is a Realtor's Role?
A Realtor follows the Code of Ethics and is more educated than just a licenced real estate agent. There is truly a difference.
Recommend Service Providers
These contacts have been vetted out and are proven to be trustworthy and reliable. Always updated.
Energy Saver Guide Online
How you can save on energy in your home.
City Municipalities & Utilities
Researched and updated for you convenience.
Hampton Roads Tax & Insurance Info
All the necessary info right here at your fingertips.
Moving Checklist
Checklist and timelines... a must for moving.
Glossary
Here are the top 29 real estate terms and what they mean.

